Hope Solo: ‘I speak the truth, and people either love me or they hate me’

Hope Solo is unapologetic. She’s abrasive. She can be a challenge to interview and she takes criticism personally. She’s been a controversial — and wildly popular — figure ever since the 2007 World Cup, when she made statements to the press that ultimately got her suspended from the U.S. women’s national soccer team.

Hope Solo. (Getty Images)

But she has always spoken her mind.

“The moment I gave my opinion was the moment I branded myself as outspoken, selfish,” Solo said in a recent interview with ESPN (video embedded below). “And the media has never looked back.”

Now, fresh off her second gold medal with a victory at the London Olympics, Solo has thrust herself into the spotlight once again with the release of her autobiography, “Solo: A Memoir of Hope.” But as the star of the 2011 World Cup, with her nude photo shoot for ESPN The Magazine, with her stint on “Dancing with the Stars,” with her admission that she bedded a celebrity at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, with her griping on Twitter about former soccer star Brandi Chastain’s TV commentary in London — and with plenty of other headlines — Hope Solo has not been one to avoid controversy.

As the former Huskies goalkeeper’s popularity continues to grow, it’s become clear — to me, at least — that her default attitude when dealing with the media is defensive. And who can fault her for that? She all but said it herself on ESPN’s “E:60” when her interview aired Tuesday: Ever since 2007, she has felt attacked by the media.

“I have a lot of critics; we all know that,” Solo said. “And I do kind of want to say — you know, put my middle finger up to everybody and say, think what you want about me. I am who I am. But at the end of the day, I’m an athlete that wants to win.”

In her memoir, Solo tells how horrible it felt to be ostracized by her teammates after the 2007 World Cup, when the U.S. lost 4-0 to Brazil in the semifinals. Her coach, Greg Ryan, had replaced Solo at the last minute with veteran goalkeeper Brianna Scurry. After the defeat, Solo told an interviewer that she would have saved those goals and that it had been a mistake to bench her. She was suspended from the team and excluded from team events.

Also in the book, Solo tells of her troubled childhood. The Richland, Wash., native was conceived during one of her mother’s conjugal visits at prison, where her father was doing time for one of his many illegal exploits. Solo reveals her dad’s difficulties fitting into civilized society, including the time he kidnapped Solo and her brother and drove them to a Seattle hotel. Regardless, she makes clear, she loved her father dearly — and was mourning his death during the 2007 World Cup.

The 2007 World Cup was a controversial one for Hope Solo, right. (Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images)

With the help of co-author Ann Killion, Solo also wrote that her partner on “Dancing with the Stars,” Maksim Chmerkovskiy, “manhandled” and “slapped” her during rehearsals. Chmerkovskiy has suggested via Twitter that Solo wasn’t being truthful, but never denied her allegation outright.

At this summer’s London Olympics, she lashed out at Chastain’s broadcast coverage of the U.S women’s team. Despite an upwelling in the U.S. press about Solo’s comments, and calls for her to apologize to the beloved soccer vet, Solo continues to stick up for herself and what she said.

“Well, it’s pretty simple: I don’t think she’s a great commentator,” Solo told ESPN. “I have no personal beef with Brandi Chastain. There’s nothing personal. I just want the best commentators. Our sport deserves that, our team deserves that. And she’s not, in my opinion, well-spoken; she’s not well-versed in the game. She took her shirt off after scoring the winning penalty kick (in the 1999 World Cup), but that doesn’t mean she’s a great commentator and it certainly doesn’t mean she knows the game.”

“I want to know why it’s important for me to have a relationship with the past stars of the team,” she added when ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap pressed her on the topic. “I recognize that they’ve done so much for the game, they opened doors for us. But, you know, it’s a new generation of players. Let’s break free. Let’s build a game, a new game, our way — sophisticated soccer. We’re playing it differently than when they played over a decade ago. So, why do we need to be compared? Why do we need relationships? You know, let’s just keep it current. Why even go there?”

Her unapologetic attitude and arguably aggressive demeanor certainly rub some people the wrong way. She is a sports icon, she is a sex symbol and she is a role model for young girls. But is she really, as Bleacher Report recently wrote, becoming the Dennis Rodman of women’s soccer?

Hope Solo signs autographs for young fans after the Seattle Sounders Women's season opener April 9 at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila. (Joshua Trujillo/seattlepi.com)

“Solo is considered an American hero, and she must learn to act like one. Mia Hamm would never have publicly humiliated a teammate,” Bleacher Report contributor Mark Staffieri wrote this weekend. “Solo seems to be engaging in a pity party in which she is a victim. One can speak their mind but do so politely without dropping names and poisoning the locker room. It is time for her to step up and employ wisdom and diplomacy in her thinking.”

That is precisely the media sentiment Hope Solo was talking about. Is it deserved?

I’m not necessarily defending Solo, but it should be noted that her only crime over the years has been speaking her mind. Are honesty and dignity not things we Americans value?

Yes, she is unapologetic. Yes, she is abrasive. Yes, she is — as ESPN described her — “fiercely individualistic and aggressively outspoken.” Yet she is not afraid to speak her mind, she is not afraid to stand up for herself, she is not afraid to strive to be the best.

Is that not what we want in a role model for our children?

“With all the controversy, I know that my play speaks for itself. I’m one of the best goalkeepers this country has ever seen. On a global stage, I have respect in the goalkeeping world,” Solo said. “So all the negativity coming from the outside, I know I’m helping bring success to the U.S. women’s national team. And everything I do, I play to win and I speak the truth, and people either love me or they hate me.”

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Fans react to seeing Hope Solo #1 as she gives a post game interview after defeating the Australia Women's National Team on October 20, 2013 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

Fans react to seeing Hope Solo #1 as she gives a post game interview after defeating the Australia Women's National Team on October 20, 2013 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. Women's National Team (L) poses for a photo with a fan after her international friendly match against New Zealand on October 27, 2013 at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California. The United States defeated New Zealand 4-1. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. Women's National Team (L) poses for a photo with a fan after her international friendly match against New Zealand on October 27, 2013 at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo #10 (C) of the U.S. Women's National Team stand in a huddle with teammate before her international friendly match against New Zealand on October 27, 2013 at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California. The United States defeated New Zealand 4-1. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo #10 (C) of the U.S. Women's National Team stand in a huddle with teammate before her international friendly match against New Zealand on October 27, 2013 at Candlestick Park in San ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States takes her position in goal during the second half of a women's friendly soccer match against France on June 14, 2014 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States takes her position in goal during the second half of a women's friendly soccer match against France on June 14, 2014 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

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Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. women's national team stands at attention during the National Anthem prior to their match against the Swiss women's national team at WakeMed Soccer Park on August 20, 2014 in Cary, North Carolina. less

Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. women's national team stands at attention during the National Anthem prior to their match against the Swiss women's national team at WakeMed Soccer Park on August 20, 2014 in Cary, ... more

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Hope Solo #1 of Seattle Reign FC prepares for a save against FC Kansas City in the second half of the National Women's Soccer League Championship on August 31, 2014 at Starfire Stadium in Tukwila, Washington.

Hope Solo #1 of Seattle Reign FC prepares for a save against FC Kansas City in the second half of the National Women's Soccer League Championship on August 31, 2014 at Starfire Stadium in Tukwila, Washington.

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Hope Solo #1 of Seattle Reign FC talks to her husband Jerramy Stevens after the 2-1 loss in the National Women's Soccer League Championship on August 31, 2014 at Starfire Stadium in Tukwila, Washington.

Hope Solo #1 of Seattle Reign FC talks to her husband Jerramy Stevens after the 2-1 loss in the National Women's Soccer League Championship on August 31, 2014 at Starfire Stadium in Tukwila, Washington.

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Goalie Hope Solo #1 of the United States signs autographs after a game against Mexico during at an international friendly soccer game September 13, 2014 at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. The Unites States beat Mexico 8-0. Solo set a U.S. woman's soccer record with 72 career shutouts. less

Goalie Hope Solo #1 of the United States signs autographs after a game against Mexico during at an international friendly soccer game September 13, 2014 at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. The Unites States ... more

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Hope Solo #1 of the United States plays in the game against Mexico in the 2014 CONCACAF Women's Championship semifinal game on October 24, 2014 at PPL Park in Chester, Pennsylvania.

Hope Solo #1 of the United States plays in the game against Mexico in the 2014 CONCACAF Women's Championship semifinal game on October 24, 2014 at PPL Park in Chester, Pennsylvania.

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Hope Solo and husband Jerramy Stevens exit the court room at Kirkland Municipal Court on November 4, 2014 in Kirkland, Washington. Solo was charged with assault after police were called to an alleged domestic dispute with her half-sister and nephew in June. less

Hope Solo and husband Jerramy Stevens exit the court room at Kirkland Municipal Court on November 4, 2014 in Kirkland, Washington. Solo was charged with assault after police were called to an alleged domestic ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA in action during a match between USA and China as part of International Women's Football Tournament of Brasilia at Mane Garrincha Stadium on December 10, 2014 in Brasilia, Brazil. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA in action during a match between USA and China as part of International Women's Football Tournament of Brasilia at Mane Garrincha Stadium on December 10, 2014 in Brasilia, ... more

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Formiga of Brazil and Hope Solo of the USA the Brasilia International Tournament match between Brazil and USA at Mane Garrincha Satdium on December 21, 2014 in Brasilia, Brazil.

Formiga of Brazil and Hope Solo of the USA the Brasilia International Tournament match between Brazil and USA at Mane Garrincha Satdium on December 21, 2014 in Brasilia, Brazil.

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Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. Women's National Team looks on before an international friendly against the Canadian Women's National Team on January 31, 2014 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.

Hope Solo #1 of the U.S. Women's National Team looks on before an international friendly against the Canadian Women's National Team on January 31, 2014 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States Women's National Soccer Team makes a save during warmups before the game against Russia at the Georgia Dome on February 13, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States Women's National Soccer Team makes a save during warmups before the game against Russia at the Georgia Dome on February 13, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States hugs her mom, Judy Solo, as they are introduced on Mother's Daay before a friendly match against Ireland on Mother's Day, May 10, 2015 at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, California. The U.S. won 3-0. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States hugs her mom, Judy Solo, as they are introduced on Mother's Daay before a friendly match against Ireland on Mother's Day, May 10, 2015 at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, ... more

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Carli Lloyd of the United States talks with Hope Solo's grandmother, Alice Shaw, during introductions on Mother's Day before a friendly match against Ireland on Mother's Day, May 10, 2015 at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, California. The U.S. won 3-0. less

Carli Lloyd of the United States talks with Hope Solo's grandmother, Alice Shaw, during introductions on Mother's Day before a friendly match against Ireland on Mother's Day, May 10, 2015 at Avaya Stadium in ... more

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Hope Solo of the US follows the action on the field against Mexico on May 17, 2015 in Carson, California, where the US defeated Mexico 5-1 during their pre-World Cup friendly.

Hope Solo of the US follows the action on the field against Mexico on May 17, 2015 in Carson, California, where the US defeated Mexico 5-1 during their pre-World Cup friendly.

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Hope Solo answers questions during the United States Women's World Cup Media Day at Marriott Marquis Hotel on May 27, 2015 in New York City.

Hope Solo answers questions during the United States Women's World Cup Media Day at Marriott Marquis Hotel on May 27, 2015 in New York City.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States says hello to a couple fans during practice on May 9, 2015 before an international friendly match against Ireland at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, California. The U.S. won 3-0. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States says hello to a couple fans during practice on May 9, 2015 before an international friendly match against Ireland at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, California. The U.S. ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States warms up prior to faicng China at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on April 6, 2014 in Commerce City, Colorado. The United States defeated China 2-0.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 of the United States warms up prior to faicng China at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on April 6, 2014 in Commerce City, Colorado. The United States defeated China 2-0.

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UW Huskies soccer goalie Hope Solo at halftime on Nov. 12, 2000.

UW Huskies soccer goalie Hope Solo at halftime on Nov. 12, 2000.

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UW Huskie goalie Hope Solo returns the ball in the second half of a game against Montana on Nov. 12, 2000.

UW Huskie goalie Hope Solo returns the ball in the second half of a game against Montana on Nov. 12, 2000.

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Washington Huskies goalkeeper and forward Hope Solo wipes back tears after her team's loss to Portland in third round of the NCAA Women's College Cup soccer tournament on Nov. 19, 2000.

Washington Huskies goalkeeper and forward Hope Solo wipes back tears after her team's loss to Portland in third round of the NCAA Women's College Cup soccer tournament on Nov. 19, 2000.

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Hope Solo talks with Adrian Galaviz before the banquet at the 68th Sports Star of the Year Awards and the 2002 Hutch Award at the Westin Hotel in Seattle on Jan. 27, 2003.

Hope Solo talks with Adrian Galaviz before the banquet at the 68th Sports Star of the Year Awards and the 2002 Hutch Award at the Westin Hotel in Seattle on Jan. 27, 2003.

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Hope Solo of the Philadelphia Charge kicks the ball against the San Jose Cyberrays during the WUSA game at Spartan Stadium on July 20, 2003, in San Jose, California. The Cyberrays won 2-1.

Hope Solo of the Philadelphia Charge kicks the ball against the San Jose Cyberrays during the WUSA game at Spartan Stadium on July 20, 2003, in San Jose, California. The Cyberrays won 2-1.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of USA looks on during a United States training session for the FIFA Women's World Cup at Shanghai Senshua FC on September 17, 2007, in Shanghai, China.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of USA looks on during a United States training session for the FIFA Women's World Cup at Shanghai Senshua FC on September 17, 2007, in Shanghai, China.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the US Women's National Team stands during the national anthem before playing Finland in an international friendly on August 25, 2007, at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California. The US won 4-0. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the US Women's National Team stands during the national anthem before playing Finland in an international friendly on August 25, 2007, at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California. ... more

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Replaced US goalkeeper Hope Solo, right, sits on the bench with teammate Aly Wagner before losing their 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup football tournament semi-final match 4-0 to Brazil at the Dragon Stadium in Hangzhou, 27 September 2007. Solo was replaced by veteran US goalkeeper Briana Scurry in the lead up to the game. less

Replaced US goalkeeper Hope Solo, right, sits on the bench with teammate Aly Wagner before losing their 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup football tournament semi-final match 4-0 to Brazil at the Dragon Stadium in ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the US Women's Soccer talks to the media during practice on the eve of their match with Brazil at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 12, 2008, in Commerce City, Colorado.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the US Women's Soccer talks to the media during practice on the eve of their match with Brazil at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 12, 2008, in Commerce City, Colorado.

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States signs autographs after playing Brazil at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 13, 2008, in Commerce City, Colorado. The United States defeated Brazil 1-0.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States signs autographs after playing Brazil at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on July 13, 2008, in Commerce City, Colorado. The United States defeated Brazil 1-0.

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The US goalkeeper Hope Solo blows kisses to the spectators after the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games women's quarter-final football match between Canada and the US at the Shanghai Stadium on August 15, 2008. The US defeated Canada 2-1 with a decisive goal in extra time to advance into the semifinals. less

The US goalkeeper Hope Solo blows kisses to the spectators after the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games women's quarter-final football match between Canada and the US at the Shanghai Stadium on August 15, 2008. The US ... more

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Hope Solo of United States celebrates as she speaks on the phone after winning the Women's Football Gold Medal match between Brazil and the United States 0-1 on Day 13 of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 21, 2008, at Worker's Stadium in Beijing, China. less

Hope Solo of United States celebrates as she speaks on the phone after winning the Women's Football Gold Medal match between Brazil and the United States 0-1 on Day 13 of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on ... more

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From left to right: Christie Rampone, Hope Solo and Heather Mitts of the United States pose in the NBC "Today" show studio as part of the Gold Medal winning Women's Football Team at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 22, 2008, in Beijing, China. less

From left to right: Christie Rampone, Hope Solo and Heather Mitts of the United States pose in the NBC "Today" show studio as part of the Gold Medal winning Women's Football Team at the Beijing 2008 Olympic ... more

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA looks on prior to their international friendly match against China at The Home Depot Center on December 13, 2008, in Carson, California. The USA defeated China 1-0.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA looks on prior to their international friendly match against China at The Home Depot Center on December 13, 2008, in Carson, California. The USA defeated China 1-0.

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Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, looks on during the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup group C match between USA and Korea DPR at the Dresden Arena on June 28, 2011, in Dresden, Germany.

Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, looks on during the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup group C match between USA and Korea DPR at the Dresden Arena on June 28, 2011, in Dresden, Germany.

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Hope Solo of USA signs autographs after the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Group C match between Sweden and USA at the Arena In Allerpark on July 6, 2011, in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images) less

Hope Solo of USA signs autographs after the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Group C match between Sweden and USA at the Arena In Allerpark on July 6, 2011, in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty ... more

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Referee Jacqui Melksham, right, shows the yellow card to USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo during the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern Germany. less

Referee Jacqui Melksham, right, shows the yellow card to USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo during the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern ... more

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Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, celebrates after she saves a penalty during penalty shoot-out during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Quarter Final match between Brazil and USA at Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, Germany. less

Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, celebrates after she saves a penalty during penalty shoot-out during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Quarter Final match between Brazil and USA at Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion on July ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo saves a ball during the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern Germany. The USA won the match after a penalty shoot-out. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo saves a ball during the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern Germany. The USA won the match after a penalty ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo celebrates with supporters after the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern Germany. Brazil drew 2-2 with the USA but lost 5-3 on penalties. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo celebrates with supporters after the quarter-final match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Brazil vs USA on July 10, 2011, in Dresden, eastern Germany. Brazil drew 2-2 with the ... more

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Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, celebrates after the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Semi Final match between France and USA at Borussia-Park on July 13, 2011, in Moenchengladbach, Germany.

Hope Solo, goalkeeper of USA, celebrates after the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 Semi Final match between France and USA at Borussia-Park on July 13, 2011, in Moenchengladbach, Germany.

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A USA supporter holds a placard reading "Marry me, Hope, I'm Solo" -- refering to US goalkeeper Hope Solo -- during the FIFA women's football World Cup semi-final match France vs USA in Moenchengladbach, western Germany, on July 13, 2011. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo takes part in a training session, one day ahead of the FIFA women's football World Cup final match Japan vs USA at the FIFA Frauen-WM-Stadium in Frankfurt/Main, central Germany, on July 16, 2011. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo takes part in a training session, one day ahead of the FIFA women's football World Cup final match Japan vs USA at the FIFA Frauen-WM-Stadium in Frankfurt/Main, central Germany, on ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo saves the ball during a training session, one day ahead of the FIFA women's football World Cup final match Japan vs USA at the FIFA Frauen-WM-Stadium in Frankfurt/Main, central Germany, on July 16, 2011. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo saves the ball during a training session, one day ahead of the FIFA women's football World Cup final match Japan vs USA at the FIFA Frauen-WM-Stadium in Frankfurt/Main, central ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo stands in the goal during a training session on July 15, 2011, in Frankfurt/Main, two days before the final football match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Japan vs USA at the FIFA Frauen-WM-Stadion in Frankfurt/Main, central Germany, on July 17, 2011. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo stands in the goal during a training session on July 15, 2011, in Frankfurt/Main, two days before the final football match of the FIFA women's football World Cup Japan vs USA at the ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo is pictured prior to the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match of Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt, western Germany.

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo is pictured prior to the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match of Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt, western Germany.

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Hope Solo of the USA looks dejected after losing 3-5 after penalty shoot-out the FIFA Women's World Cup Final match between Japan and USA at the FIFA World Cup stadium Frankfurt on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. less

Hope Solo of the USA looks dejected after losing 3-5 after penalty shoot-out the FIFA Women's World Cup Final match between Japan and USA at the FIFA World Cup stadium Frankfurt on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt ... more

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USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo holds her "Golden Ball" award after the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. Japan won 3-1 in a penalty shoot-out after the final had finished 2-2 following extra-time. less

USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo holds her "Golden Ball" award after the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. Japan won 3-1 in a penalty ... more

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A USA supporter has her face painted with the letters "HOPE" -- referring to US goalkeeper Hope Solo -- prior to the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. Japan won 3-1 in a penalty shoot-out after the final had finished 2-2 following extra-time. less

A USA supporter has her face painted with the letters "HOPE" -- referring to US goalkeeper Hope Solo -- prior to the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt am ... more

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Supporters of the USA hold posters with the name of USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo during the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match of Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt/M., western Germany. Japan won 3-1 in a penalty shoot-out after the final had finished 2-2 following extra-time. less

Supporters of the USA hold posters with the name of USA's goalkeeper Hope Solo during the FIFA Women's Football World Cup final match of Japan vs USA on July 17, 2011, in Frankfurt/M., western Germany. Japan ... more

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Professional soccer players Alex Morgan, left, and Hope Solo attend the "Entourage" Season 8 premiere at the Beacon Theatre on July 19, 2011, in New York City.

Professional soccer players Alex Morgan, left, and Hope Solo attend the "Entourage" Season 8 premiere at the Beacon Theatre on July 19, 2011, in New York City.

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American soccer goalkeeper Hope Solo gets ready to kiss the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 30, 2011, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

American soccer goalkeeper Hope Solo gets ready to kiss the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 30, 2011, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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U.S. women's goalkeeper Hope Solo throws out the first pitch before the Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals game on August 21, 2011, at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois.

U.S. women's goalkeeper Hope Solo throws out the first pitch before the Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals game on August 21, 2011, at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois.

Hope Solo with other "Dancing with the Stars" competitors. They included Ron Artest of the Los Angeles Lakes, actor David Qrquette, reality-TV stars Kristin Cavallari, Carson Kressley and Rob Kardashian, HLN's ... more

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Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy rehearse for the two-hour season premiere of "Dancing with the Stars." Solo would later contended in her autobiography that the show was fixed.

Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy rehearse for the two-hour season premiere of "Dancing with the Stars." Solo would later contended in her autobiography that the show was fixed.

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Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy rehearse for the two-hour season premiere of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy rehearse for the two-hour season premiere of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo poses in a promotional photo for season 13 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo poses in a promotional photo for season 13 of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform on the first night of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform on the first night of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform a samba during Round 7 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform a samba during Round 7 of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy dance the cha-cha for Round 3 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy dance the cha-cha for Round 3 of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform the jive in the second week of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform the jive in the second week of "Dancing with the Stars."

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Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy dance the rumba in Round 6 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy dance the rumba in Round 6 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Photo: ABC photo

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Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform a samba during Round 7 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskiy perform a samba during Round 7 of "Dancing with the Stars."

Photo: ABC photo

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Hope Solo posed nude for ESPN The Magazine's 2011 "Body Issue."

Hope Solo posed nude for ESPN The Magazine's 2011 "Body Issue."

Photo: Promotional Photo / ESPN

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States warms up against Canada on Sept. 22, 2011, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Ore.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States warms up against Canada on Sept. 22, 2011, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Ore.

Photo: Jonathan Ferrey / Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States warms up against Canada during the final match of the Celebration Series on Sept. 22, 2011, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Ore.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States warms up against Canada during the final match of the Celebration Series on Sept. 22, 2011, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Ore.

Photo: Jonathan Ferrey / Getty Images

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Soccer player Hope Solo attends Ubisoft's "Just Dance Three" launch party at The Beverly on October 4, 2011, in Los Angeles, California.

Soccer player Hope Solo attends Ubisoft's "Just Dance Three" launch party at The Beverly on October 4, 2011, in Los Angeles, California.

Photo: Frederick M. Brown / Getty Images

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Jose Reyes, left, and Hope Solo attend ESPN the Magazine's 3rd annual Body Issue party at Highline Stages on October 6, 2011, in New York City.

Jose Reyes, left, and Hope Solo attend ESPN the Magazine's 3rd annual Body Issue party at Highline Stages on October 6, 2011, in New York City.

Photo: Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images

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Hope Solo of USA during the red carpet arrivals for the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2011 on Jan. 9, 2012, in Zurich, Switzerland.

Hope Solo of USA during the red carpet arrivals for the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2011 on Jan. 9, 2012, in Zurich, Switzerland.

Photo: Scott Heavey / Getty Images

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Hope Solo of the United States watches her team play in front of her during second half action against Mexico at the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament at BC Place on Jan. 24, 2012, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. less

Hope Solo of the United States watches her team play in front of her during second half action against Mexico at the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament at BC Place on Jan. 24, 2012, in ... more

Photo: Rich Lam / Getty Images

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From left: Goalkeeper Hope Solo, Kelley O'Hara, Christie Rampone and Heather Mitts of the United States pose for a photo after defeating Canada in the championship game of the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament at BC Place on Jan. 29, 2012, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The United States and Canada qualified for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. less

From left: Goalkeeper Hope Solo, Kelley O'Hara, Christie Rampone and Heather Mitts of the United States pose for a photo after defeating Canada in the championship game of the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic ... more

Photo: Rich Lam / Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States kicks the ball back into play during first half of championship action against Canada at the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament at BC Place on Jan/ 29, 2012, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States kicks the ball back into play during first half of championship action against Canada at the 2012 CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament at BC Place on Jan/ ... more

Seattle Sounders player Hope Solo signs autographs during the Sounders women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila.

Seattle Sounders player Hope Solo signs autographs during the Sounders women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila.

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COM

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Seattle Sounders women's player Hope Solo prepares to kick the ball against Seattle Pacific University during the Sounders Women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila, Wash. less

Seattle Sounders women's player Hope Solo prepares to kick the ball against Seattle Pacific University during the Sounders Women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila, ... more

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COM

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Seattle Sounders player Hope Solo signs autographs during the Sounders Women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila, Wash. (Photo by Joshua Trujillo)

Seattle Sounders player Hope Solo signs autographs during the Sounders Women season opener on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Starfire Sports Stadium in Tukwila, Wash. (Photo by Joshua Trujillo)

Photo: JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COM

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Hope Solo of the USA catches the ball during the game against China at PPL Park on May 27, 2012, in Chester, Pa. US won 4-1.

Hope Solo of the USA catches the ball during the game against China at PPL Park on May 27, 2012, in Chester, Pa. US won 4-1.

Photo: Drew Hallowell / Getty Images

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Hope Solo of the US stands in goal during the game against China at PPL Park on May 27, 2012, in Chester, Pa. USA won 4-1.

Hope Solo of the US stands in goal during the game against China at PPL Park on May 27, 2012, in Chester, Pa. USA won 4-1.

Photo: Drew Hallowell / Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA takes a drink during a game against Canada during the second half of the women's Olympic send-off soccer match June 30, 2012, at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. The US beat Canada 2-1. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the USA takes a drink during a game against Canada during the second half of the women's Olympic send-off soccer match June 30, 2012, at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. The US beat ... more

Photo: George Frey / Getty Images

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Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

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Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

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Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Soccer player Hope Solo meets with youngsters on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the Laurelhurst Community Center in Seattle. Solo met with the kids as part of a program organized by PopChips.

Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

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Hope Solo goalkeeper of USA women's Olympic soccerl team in action during a training session ahead of the Olympics on July 19, 2012, in Glasgow, Scotland.

Hope Solo goalkeeper of USA women's Olympic soccerl team in action during a training session ahead of the Olympics on July 19, 2012, in Glasgow, Scotland.

Photo: Jeff J Mitchell / Getty Images

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US goalkeeper Hope Solo reacts after a challenge during a Olympic Women's scocerl match against France at Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, on July 25, 2012.

US goalkeeper Hope Solo reacts after a challenge during a Olympic Women's scocerl match against France at Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, on July 25, 2012.

Photo: Graham Stuart / AFP/Getty Images

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US goalkeeper Hope Solo reacts after the US won 4-3 during the London 2012 Olympic Games women's semifinal soccer match between the US and Canada at Old Trafford in Manchester, northwest England on Aug. 6, 2012. less

US goalkeeper Hope Solo reacts after the US won 4-3 during the London 2012 Olympic Games women's semifinal soccer match between the US and Canada at Old Trafford in Manchester, northwest England on Aug. 6, ... more

Photo: Andrew Yates / AFP/Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of United States reacts against Japan during the women's soccerl gold-medal match on Day 13 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium on Aug. 9, 2012, in London, England.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of United States reacts against Japan during the women's soccerl gold-medal match on Day 13 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium on Aug. 9, 2012, in London, England.

Photo: Ronald Martinez / Getty Images

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United States's goalkeeper Hope Solo celebrates with the U.S. flag after the final of the women's soccerl competition of the London 2012 Olympic Games versus Japan on Aug. 9, 2012, at Wembley stadium in London. The US team defeated Japan 2-1 to win the gold medal. less

United States's goalkeeper Hope Solo celebrates with the U.S. flag after the final of the women's soccerl competition of the London 2012 Olympic Games versus Japan on Aug. 9, 2012, at Wembley stadium in ... more

Photo: Luis Acosta / AFP/Getty Images

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Hope Solo of the United States celebrates with the the gold medal after defeating Japan 2-1 to win the women's soccer gold-medal match on Day 13 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium on Aug. 9, 2012, in London, England. less

Hope Solo of the United States celebrates with the the gold medal after defeating Japan 2-1 to win the women's soccer gold-medal match on Day 13 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium on Aug. 9, ... more

Photo: Julian Finney / Getty Images

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Gold medalist Team USA pose on the podium of the women's soccer competition of the London 2012 Olympic Games on Aug. 9, 2012, at Wembley stadium in London. Team USA won gold, while Team Japan took silver and Team Canada got bronze. less

Gold medalist Team USA pose on the podium of the women's soccer competition of the London 2012 Olympic Games on Aug. 9, 2012, at Wembley stadium in London. Team USA won gold, while Team Japan took silver and ... more

Photo: Martin Bernetti / AFP/Getty Images

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Olympic soccer player Hope Solo attends a her book signing at the Sugar Factory at the Paris Las Vegas on September 28, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Olympic soccer player Hope Solo attends a her book signing at the Sugar Factory at the Paris Las Vegas on September 28, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Photo: David Becker / WireImage

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Hope Solo, left, appears as her self in Episode 208 of ''Three's Company'' with Chris D'Elia as Alex, center, and Whitney Cummings as Whitney on Nov. 6, 2012.

Hope Solo, left, appears as her self in Episode 208 of ''Three's Company'' with Chris D'Elia as Alex, center, and Whitney Cummings as Whitney on Nov. 6, 2012.

Photo: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

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Soccer star Hope Solo leaves a courtroom with her lawyer Peter Offenbecher, left, after a bail hearing for former Seahawks player Jerramy Stevens. Stevens appeared in Kirkland, Wash., Municipal Court on Nov. 13, 2012, for a domestic violence probable cause hearing. He was released without conditions by the judge who didn't find probable cause to hold him. less

Soccer star Hope Solo leaves a courtroom with her lawyer Peter Offenbecher, left, after a bail hearing for former Seahawks player Jerramy Stevens. Stevens appeared in Kirkland, Wash., Municipal Court on Nov. ... more

Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

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On Nov. 13, 2012, Hope Solo married Jerramy Stevens, who played football in the University of Washington and later in the NFL. His was career marked by trouble with the law, including the day he married Solo.

On Nov. 13, 2012, Hope Solo married Jerramy Stevens, who played football in the University of Washington and later in the NFL. His was career marked by trouble with the law, including the day he married Solo.

Photo: Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States wears wrist bands with the initials ''JS,'' for her husband Jeremy Stevens, during a game against Ireland on November 28, 2012, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Oregon.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the United States wears wrist bands with the initials ''JS,'' for her husband Jeremy Stevens, during a game against Ireland on November 28, 2012, at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Oregon.

Photo: Jonathan Ferrey / Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo, center, and Abby Wambach, right, of USA stand attended for the National Anthem before a game against Ireland at University of Phoenix Stadium on December 1, 2012, in Glendale, Arizona. USA defeated Ireland 2-0. less

Goalkeeper Hope Solo, center, and Abby Wambach, right, of USA stand attended for the National Anthem before a game against Ireland at University of Phoenix Stadium on December 1, 2012, in Glendale, Arizona. ... more

Photo: Christian Petersen / Getty Images

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Hope Solo of Team USA warms up prior to the start of the game against China at Ford Field on December 8, 2012, in Detroit, Michigan. USA defeated China 2-0.

Hope Solo of Team USA warms up prior to the start of the game against China at Ford Field on December 8, 2012, in Detroit, Michigan. USA defeated China 2-0.

Photo: Leon Halip / Getty Images

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Hope Solo of Team USA waves to fans after a game against China at Ford Field on December 8, 2012, in Detroit, Michigan. USA defeated China 2-0.

Hope Solo of Team USA waves to fans after a game against China at Ford Field on December 8, 2012, in Detroit, Michigan. USA defeated China 2-0.

Photo: Leon Halip / Getty Images

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Hope Solo leads her team off the field after defeating China at BBVA Compass Stadium on December 12, 2012, in Houston, Texas. USA won 4-0.

Hope Solo leads her team off the field after defeating China at BBVA Compass Stadium on December 12, 2012, in Houston, Texas. USA won 4-0.

Photo: Bob Levey / Getty Images

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Abby Wambach, left, of United States receives her FIFA womens player of the year trophy as Hope Solo looks on during the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2013 at Congress House on January 07, 2013, in Zurich, Switzerland. less

Abby Wambach, left, of United States receives her FIFA womens player of the year trophy as Hope Solo looks on during the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2013 at Congress House on January 07, 2013, in Zurich, ... more

Photo: Christof Koepsel / Getty Images

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Hope Solo poses during the red carpet arrivals for the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2012 on January 7, 2013, at Congress House in Zurich, Switzerland.

Hope Solo poses during the red carpet arrivals for the FIFA Ballon d'Or Gala 2012 on January 7, 2013, at Congress House in Zurich, Switzerland.

Photo: Christof Koepsel / Getty Images

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Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the U.S. Women's National Team plays against the Scotland Women's National Team at LP Field on February 13, 2013, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Goalkeeper Hope Solo of the U.S. Women's National Team plays against the Scotland Women's National Team at LP Field on February 13, 2013, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Photo: Frederick Breedon / Getty Images

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Hope Solo and husband, Jerramy Stevens, attend the 2013 Fox Sports Media Group Upfront at Roseland Ballroom on March 5, 2013, in New York City.

Hope Solo and husband, Jerramy Stevens, attend the 2013 Fox Sports Media Group Upfront at Roseland Ballroom on March 5, 2013, in New York City.

Photo: D Dipasupil / FilmMagic

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Pro soccer player and honoree Hope Solo attends the 28th Anniversary Sports Spectacular Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Pro soccer player and honoree Hope Solo attends the 28th Anniversary Sports Spectacular Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Photo: Jason Kempin / Getty Images for Sports Spectacular

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Pro soccer player and honoree Hope Solo receives the Female Athlete of the Year award at the 28th Anniversary Sports Spectacular Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California. (Photo by Imeh Akpanudosen/Getty Images for Sports Spectacular) less

Pro soccer player and honoree Hope Solo receives the Female Athlete of the Year award at the 28th Anniversary Sports Spectacular Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, ... more

Photo: Imeh Akpanudosen / Getty Images for Sports Spectacular

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Professional soccer player Hope Solo arrives at the Sports Spectacular 28th Anniversary Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Professional soccer player Hope Solo arrives at the Sports Spectacular 28th Anniversary Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Photo: Allen Berezovsky / WireImage

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Professional Soccer Player Hope Solo attends the 28th Annual Sports Spectacular Anniversary Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Professional Soccer Player Hope Solo attends the 28th Annual Sports Spectacular Anniversary Gala at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on May 19, 2013 in Century City, California.

Photo: Paul Archuleta / FilmMagic

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US Women's National goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 warms up prior to the game against Korea Republic at Gillette Stadium on June 15, 2013 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.

US Women's National goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 warms up prior to the game against Korea Republic at Gillette Stadium on June 15, 2013 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.

Photo: Jared Wickerham / Getty Images

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US Women's National goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 plays against Korea Republic during the game at Gillette Stadium on June 15, 2013 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.

US Women's National goalkeeper Hope Solo #1 plays against Korea Republic during the game at Gillette Stadium on June 15, 2013 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.

Photo: Jared Wickerham / Getty Images

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Seattle Reign goalkeeper Hope Solo in action during a game against the Boston Breakers at Dilboy Stadium in Somerville.

Seattle Reign goalkeeper Hope Solo in action during a game against the Boston Breakers at Dilboy Stadium in Somerville.

Photo: Barry Chin / Boston Globe / Getty Images

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Professional soccer player Hope Solo attends ESPN the Magazine 5th annual ''Body Issue'' party at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Professional soccer player Hope Solo attends ESPN the Magazine 5th annual ''Body Issue'' party at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Photo: Michael Kovac / WireImage

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Professional soccer player Hope Solo (L) and Professional football player Jerramy Stevens attend ESPN the Magazine 5th annual ''Body Issue'' party at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Professional soccer player Hope Solo (L) and Professional football player Jerramy Stevens attend ESPN the Magazine 5th annual ''Body Issue'' party at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Photo: Michael Kovac / WireImage

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Pro Soccer Player Hope Solo attends the ESPN's 5th Annual Body At ESPYS at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Pro Soccer Player Hope Solo attends the ESPN's 5th Annual Body At ESPYS at Lure on July 16, 2013 in Hollywood, California.

Photo: Paul Archuleta / FilmMagic

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USA soccer player Hope Solo and former NFL player Jerramy Stevens attend The 2013 ESPY Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on July 17, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

USA soccer player Hope Solo and former NFL player Jerramy Stevens attend The 2013 ESPY Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on July 17, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images for ESPY

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USA soccer player Hope Solo arrives at the 2013 ESPY Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on July 17, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

USA soccer player Hope Solo arrives at the 2013 ESPY Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on July 17, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

Photo: Jeffrey Mayer / WireImage

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Hope Solo: 'I speak the truth, and people either love me or they hate me'